Obstetrical Chisel, 1901-1925

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Artifact Overview

Veterinarians sometimes must perform unpleasant work to care for animals. Stillborn or deformed fetuses in large, domesticated animals, like horses and cows, must be removed to save the mother. Veterinarians may use an obstetrical instrument like this during the procedure.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Animal obstetrical tool

Date Made

1901-1925

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

81.50.56

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift in Memory of Dr. Russell Runnells. (Michigan Veterinarian Medicine Association)

Material

Steel (Alloy)
Nickel (Metal)

Color

Silver (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 15.375 in
Width: 2.375 in
Length: 0.4375 in

Inscriptions

on head: H & D / CHICAGO
Obstetrical Chisel, 1901-1925